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Montco Anti-Hunger Network on VFTCB Food Drive: ‘It Has Given Hunger in Montgomery County a Voice’
For the eight years of the Valley Forge Tourism and Convention Board (VFTCB) effort to address food insecurity in the county, the Montco Anti-Hunger Network (MAHN) has been an integral partner. Amanda Musselman, MAHN Executive Director, commented on the ongoing relationship, its impact, and its importance. “This drive has given MAHN the nimbleness to directly…
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MONTCO Careers — Montgomery County Community College
Montgomery County Community College invites applications for the Coordinator of Student Services position. The Coordinator of Student Services is responsible for the day-to-day operations of the Welcome Desks, One-Stop, and Student Services Resource Center (SSRC). The Coordinator of Student Services provides back-up coverage to Student Services areas as needed and works collaboratively with other departments…
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Gwynedd Mercy University Welcomes Nancy Dunleavy and Erin Duffy to the Board of Trustees
Gwynedd Mercy University recently welcomed Erin Duffy, Esq., and Nancy Dunleavy to its Board of Trustees for a three-year term. Erin Duffy is currently the Vice-Chair of the Duane Morris Health Law Practice Group and a partner in the firm’s Philadelphia office. Her area of concentration is on corporate healthcare regulatory matters, in which she…
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VFTCB: Montgomery County Has an Abundant Crop of Things to Do, See, Taste, and Enjoy for Fall
Ready to be enthralled by Fall? The Valley Forge Tourism & Convention Board has categorized the array of Sept.–Nov. events taking place across the county. From gorgeous fall foliage to kid-friendly Halloween events, it is sure to be a jam-packed fall 2022. Given its history, cultural depth, culinary excellence, beautiful scenery, and adrenaline-fueled adventures, it’s…
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Bassetts Ice Cream, Classic Local Brand, Moved on Decades Ago from Downright Stubborn Employee
Philadelphia’s Bassetts Ice Cream, recognized as the oldest ice cream company in the U.S., remains a favorite among collar county consumers. But its appeal is national, thanks to web sales and a shipping policy that sends pints to dessert lovers across the country. The brand’s legacy rests on exclusive use of dairy sourced in Pa.…
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Plymouth Meeting Developer Part of Collaboration to Do More with Moorestown Mall in New Jersey
The revival project of N.J.’s Moorestown Mall has, among its development participants, Plymouth Meeting firm Bel Canto. Kevin Riordan constructed the story on its cross-river revitalization project in The Philadelphia Inquirer. Moorestown Mall is owned by the Pennsylvania Real Estate Investment Trust (PREIT), a familiar entity in Montgomery County for the local retail properties in…
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Lansdale Parents on Injured Daughter in Ohio: ‘We Lost Her Three Times, and We Got Her Back’
Fran and Mary Alice Cannon spent the summer in Youngstown, Ohio, tending to their hospitalized 38-year-old daughter, Mary Catherine. She’s recovering from an accidental but serious head injury. Michelle Rotuno-Johnson captured the parents’ worry and hopes in the Montgomeryville-Lansdale Patch. Mary Catherine Cannon arrived home from a May 22 dog walk when one of her…
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National Merit Scholarship Semifinals List Reveals In-County High School High Achievers
The 2022 list of National Merit Semifinalists reveals the top PSAT scorers in Pa., a measure that may contribute to their earning of National Merit Scholarship achievement. Kristen A. Graham checked her spelling and her math in filing the related story for The Philadelphia Inquirer. The local scholastic standouts were among the highest scorers on…
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Malvern Bank House of the Week: A Willow Grove Site in Which to Practice for Food Nework’s BBQ Brawl
Fledgling flame masters looking for a spot to hone their barbecue skills, perhaps in training for a spot on Food Network’s BBQ Brawl, might want to consider 3545 Welsh Road, Willow Grove. The four-bedroom, two-and-one-half bathroom home was constructed in 1956 but has been meticulously maintained over the years and benefited from extensive renovations. Stepping…
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VFTCB Unlocks Meetings Campaign to Market Overnight Hotel Room Stays
The Valley Forge Tourism & Convention Board (VFTCB) has announced a new marketing effort to raise awareness among event planners nationwide of the appeal of Montgomery County for conference and meeting travelers. The effort’s tagline — Room for Meetings, Room for More — encapsulates the destination’s suitability for conducting business and also enjoying numerous other…
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Local Rental Market Remains Highly Competitive: Patience and Diligence Continue to Be Key
The Phila. suburban rental market is among the most competitive in the nation, despite the fact that prices have risen significantly due to the high demand. Ryan Mulligan unlocked the particulars in the Philadelphia Business Journal. To determine the most competitive markets, RentCafe looked at: How long rentals were vacant Percentage of occupied apartments Number…
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C&N Donates $16,000 through EITC to the Bucks County Historical Society
C&N announces its recent donation of $16,000 to the Bucks County Historical Society under the Educational Improvement Tax Credit Program (EITC). The mission of the Bucks County Historical Society, a private nonprofit organization, is is to educate and engage its many audiences in appreciating the past and to help find stories and meanings relevant to…
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Fitch Drops Tower Health Credit Rating; Hospital Leaders’ Blood Pressures Rise in Response
Fitch Ratings has knocked three levels off the Tower Health credit rating, landing it in a “CCC+” financial position. Harold Brubaker covered the downgrade in The Philadelphia Inquirer. The revised credit rating now characterizes Tower Health, owner of Montgomery County’s Chestnut Hill Hospital and Pottstown Hospital, as representing a real possibility of default. The Chestnut…
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Long-Employed Fire Truck ‘Retires’ from Pottstown Service, Transitions to New Teaching Career
Rather than allowing its career to be snuffed out, the Empire Hook and Ladder Co. donated a used fire truck to the Western Montgomery County Career and Technology Center in Limerick. Karin Mallett rolled out this story for WFMZ 69 News. Fire station crew members, keenly aware of the value of real-life equipment training, saw…
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Greater Montco Chamber of Commerce Announces October Job Fair and Business Expo
The Chamber of Commerce for Greater Montgomery County is hosting a job fair and business expo on October 11 from 12–5 p.m. The event at Plymouth Meeting Mall has been arranged in partnership with MontcoWorks, an organization devoted to stimulating economic development by strengthening the workforce. MontcoWorks’ role in the job fair and business expo…
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Halloween from Timid to Traumatic: Lancaster County Has Both Extremes and Everything in Between
The broadening of Halloween’s appeal over the past decades has evolved it — perhaps mutated it — into something much more than candy collectors in costumes. In response, organizers of October-themed experiences — especially in nearby Lancaster County — have gauged their seasonal entertainment options accordingly. Some skew mild. Some skew wild. Dutch Wonderland Dutch…
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These Local Dog Treat Bakers’ Pet Project Is Healthy, Natural Canine Cookies
Saint Rocco’s Treats (SRT) was founded during the pandemic by Bucks County brothers Kaleb and Kolby Rush. It evolved from their passion for entrepreneurship, a love of dogs, and a commitment to artisanal, all-natural, human-grade dog treats. The brand that overarches their product line derives its name from the Catholic-venerated Saint Rocco (originally Saint Roch…
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Valley Forge Casino Resort Partnership Raises FanDuel to Top Pa. Sportsbook in August
Across Pa., retail and online betting rose 7.9 percent in Aug. 2022, amounting to a $363 million slight lift in activity above July results. FanDuel emerged as the top sportsbook in the state, attributable in part to its partnership with the Valley Forge Casino Resort in King of Prussia. Geoff Zochodne reported the performance in…
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